Enhance your 1960s - 1980s model train operations with the Walthers Mainline 910 - 1212 40' AAR Boxcar. This HO scale boxcar, numbered #10209, represents the Louisville, New Albany & Corydon line. After World War II, thousands of these boxcars were built. When new safety standards were introduced in the mid - 1960s, many were upgraded with short ladders at the A end and retained long ladders, high brake wheels, and single roof - mounted grab irons at the B end. Some were later used for maintenance - of - way work. Key features of this HO model include: a one - time production of this road number (order now as quantities are limited), it fits 1960s - 1980s operations, is based on cars rebuilt for safety with no roof running boards, tall ladders at the B end, short ladders at the A end, an improved Dreadnaught 4 - 4 end with a rectangular top rib, a diagonal panel roof, 6' Youngstown doors, 10 - panel riveted sides, a 10'6' interior height, an Ajax hand brake wheel, Bettendorf trucks, correct 33' turned - metal wheelsets, and Proto MAX(TM) magnetic metal knuckle couplers.
Using this Walthers HO scale boxcar is easy. Just place it on your model train tracks as part of your 1960s - 1980s train setup. It'll fit right in with your other trains and add an authentic touch. When handling the boxcar, be gentle to avoid any damage to the small parts like the ladders and couplers. For maintenance, you can use a soft, dry cloth to clean the body. If there's some dirt on the wheels, you can use a mild cleaner, but make sure to dry it thoroughly afterwards. Keep it in a dry place to prevent rusting of the metal parts. And since it's a limited - quantity item, handle it with extra care to enjoy it for a long time.
